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2003 Lexus GX470 vs 2004 Lexus GX470

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2003 Lexus GX4702004 Lexus GX470
NHTSA complaints4632
Recall campaigns21
Service bulletins (TSBs)13993
Investigations00
Crash reports54
Fire reports10
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)1515
Median reported mileage54,000 mi88,403 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLexus GX470Lexus GX470
Structure69
Power Train113
Air Bags212
Suspension73
Engine and Engine Cooling62
Vehicle Speed Control44
Electronic Stability Control (esc)32
Service Brakes, Hydraulic32

Symptoms owners describe

Vibration / shaking60

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.